Lucky Lentils

This meal is great for when it gets cold and you need a warm meal that will keep you full for hours with lots of fiber and protein!

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  cup dried lentils
• 2  tablespoons  oil (veg. or olive is fine)
• 2  celery ribs (sliced)
• 2  carrots (sliced)
• 1⁄2 yellow onion (chopped)
• 2  garlic cloves (chopped)
• 2  bay leaves
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
• 1  bouillon cube
• 4  cups water
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a medium skillet over a medium flame.
2. Once oil is hot add your onions and garlic and saute until onions carmeilize (4min).
3. Add your cumin, celery and carrots cover and saute stirring occasionly (8-10min).
4. In a large pot add water, bay leaf, and bouillon cube.
5. Once water comes to a boil add your sauteed veggies, the can of tomatoes, and your lentils.
6. Turn flame down to low cover your pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentis are cooked through, add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Server over rice or enjoy alone.
8. Bon Apetite.